Minneapolis Teen Pleads Guilty in Killing of Local DJ 'Juice' Marshall

Dijon Davis, 19, admits to second-degree murder in the July 2025 shooting death of Justin 'Juice' Marshall.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 9:23pm

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An extreme close-up of a single spent shell casing on a dark, textured surface, dramatically lit by a harsh camera flash to create a stark, gritty, investigative aesthetic without words.A guilty plea in the shooting death of a beloved local DJ exposes the human toll of gun violence in Minneapolis.Minneapolis Today

A 19-year-old Minneapolis man has pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the July 2025 shooting death of Justin 'Juice' Marshall, a well-known local DJ who was killed outside a bus shelter near Mortimer's Bar. The plea deal calls for a recommended 261-month prison sentence, which still needs a judge's approval.

Why it matters

Marshall's killing last summer sparked vigils and public grief across southwest Minneapolis, underscoring the ongoing toll of gun violence in the city. The guilty plea offers some measure of closure for neighbors who had been waiting for movement in the case.

The details

According to video evidence, Marshall walked up to the passenger side of a light-blue Toyota Camry, briefly spoke with the teenage driver, then suddenly took off running toward a nearby bus shelter where he collapsed after being shot six times. The 19-year-old defendant, Dijon Davis, later agreed to speak with investigators and admitted there had been a verbal argument before he chased and shot Marshall.

  • On July 25, 2025, the shooting occurred around 2:30 a.m. as Marshall celebrated his 37th birthday.
  • On April 6, 2026, Davis pleaded guilty to second-degree murder.
  • On May 7, 2026, Davis is scheduled to be sentenced.

The players

Dijon Davis

A 19-year-old Minneapolis resident who pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the killing of Justin 'Juice' Marshall.

Justin 'Juice' Marshall

A 37-year-old neighborhood DJ who was well-known in south Minneapolis and worked at Kowalski's and the nearby F45 gym.

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What’s next

Sentencing for Dijon Davis is scheduled for May 7, 2026, when the court and Hennepin County Attorney's Office are expected to finalize the details of the plea deal.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing challenge of gun violence in Minneapolis, even as a guilty plea brings some closure for the community. It underscores the need for continued efforts to address the root causes of such tragedies and support programs that can help prevent future incidents.